Find the Constellations

Reviewed by: Deidre Walsh - Goodall Library, Sanford, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: February 16, 2017

Review

This is an updated edition of the 1954 classic. The updates mainly concern Pluto. Pluto is now considered a dwarf planet and therefore no longer considered as part of our nine planet solar system, that many of us learned as children. So the updated information on pages 56-59 now reflect that status. A very good definition of a planet versus a dwarf planet is given on the copyright page, which lead to Pluto's reclassification. Otherwise this is the same wonderful, exciting and information packed book we have all come to know and love. Everything you every wanted to know about the constellations, stars and even a bit about planets is presented here. this book shows you how to star gaze and what it all means. You don't even need a telescope to do it. The night star map illustrations are amazing. They first show you views of the night sky as we see it. Then the illustrations show the same night sky with lines connecting the stars to show the various constellations. It is simply wonderful. The text, although packed with lots of information, is written in a relaxed and familiar style that is accessible to children from grades 3 and above. This is perfect for amateur astronomers and star gazers of any age, but ideal for grades 3-7 astronomy buffs. There is a good index/glossary provided. Whether you need to replace an old worn out copy or have never had this in your collection, this is a first purchase for most libraries.

Overall Book Score: very good